Use of aura cleansing crystals is an incredible form of self-care that supports and nurtures your energetic body. From Selenite’s cleansing power, to Black Tourmaline’s protective qualities and Angel Aura Quartz’s joyful vibrance – each stone offers transformative power for your aura.

Protective stones such as Labradorite strengthen your aura’s energetic boundaries, dispelling unwanted energies and increasing intuition. Herkimer diamond can clear away frenetic or obsessive thoughts with supportive and harmonious vibrations, providing much-needed peace.

Sunstone

Sunstone is a variety of labradorite, an important mineral belonging to the plagioclase feldspar family. This stone features an attractive coppery hue caused by inclusions of hematite and goethite; this metallic glitter is known as aventurescence; similar phenomena also appear in man-made goldstone which uses crystallised copper particles for its sheen.

Sunstone is a stone of optimism, encouraging you to see the good in every situation and appreciate life’s simple pleasures. Additionally, sunstone can promote forgiveness and release attachments which no longer serve you.

Thorkild Ramskou of Denmark archaeology suggests that Vikings used Iceland spar crystals (sunstone) as sun-compass to navigate their ships through open sea waters. According to Ramskou, these minerals polarize light to locate the sun even on cloudy days similar to how bees sense polarization.

Bloodstone

Aura cleansing crystals help keep you balanced and clear away negative energy that builds up, providing relief from negative energies while healing areas of concern. They are known for removing negative emotions while simultaneously alleviating pain in their environment.

Bloodstone (heliotrope in Latin) is an iconic March birthstone. This dark green opaque variety of chalcedony (cryptocrystalline quartz) features dramatic red spots due to iron oxide inclusions. Cherished since ancient times, its deep green beauty and fascinating folklore make this stone one worth discovering further.

Not to be confused with hematite, bloodstone differs significantly in appearance and composition from this gemstone despite frequent misuse in their names. Hematites generally feature red to black hues with some containment of pyrite.

Fluorite

Fluorite has long captivated gem enthusiasts. Offering an abundance of colors and metaphysical properties that make it appealing to collectors, this captivating stone remains popular.

Pure fluorite is colorless; however, samples often become deeply colored due to impurities. Crystals usually take the shape of either cubic or octahedral crystals but may also exhibit other shapes like cuboctahedron, trapezohedron and trisoctahedron – as well as combinations thereof.

If you want to cleanse your Fluorite crystal, waft it through sage smoke while visualizing negative energies leaving. This ritual usually only takes a few minutes; repeat this step until your stone feels revitalized again. Ideally, conduct this cleansing exercise outside in order for its crystal to rest peacefully under fresh air.

Obsidian

Obsidian is a dark-coloured volcanic glass found naturally, typically formed as the result of rapid cooling of viscous lava from volcanoes and typically found jet black but may also come in brown or grey varieties. Additionally, obsidian may contain microlites and phenocrysts of feldspar that create its unique textures.

Obsidian was highly valued by indigenous peoples due to its hard and brittle properties; therefore it was used by them for creating sharp stone tools, weapons, ornaments and weapons. Maya used obsidian in knife blades while on Rapa Nui (Easter Island), ceremonial tools with obsidian included arrowheads.

Obsidian, although classified as a mineral, does not possess a true crystal structure due to the absence of molecular bonds between its molecules. Therefore, geologists consider it more of an igneous rock type found in volcanic areas like Yellowstone National Park.

Selenite

Selenite is a crystal often associated with peace and relaxation. It may help clear your mind, while connecting to spirit guides or angels.

Selenite is said to resonate with the crown and third eye chakras, which connect intuition with higher awareness. Many use selenite wands during meditation or to ease anxiety by placing one over their head or heart.

Use selenite with essential oils to cleanse, charge and amp up the vibration of your crystals – placing a slab or plate near an essential oil diffuser, for instance. Or anoint a wand with soothing lavender or citrus oils for an additional mood-lifting combination.